Dutch History
Geography
Dutch Culture
Famous Dutch People
Food and Drink
100

In which year did the Netherlands gain independence from Spain?

1648 (Treaty of Westphalia)

100

What is the capital city of the Netherlands?

Amsterdam

100

What is the traditional celebration held on April 27th to honor the Dutch monarch?

King's Day (Koningsdag)

100

Who is the famous Dutch painter known for "The Night Watch"?

Rembrandt van Rijn

100

What is the name of the popular Dutch cheese with a wax coating?

Gouda

200

The Netherlands is governed as the ________.

Constitutional Monarchy

200

Which Dutch province is known for its extensive system of canals and windmills?

South Holland

200

What famous flower is a symbol of the Netherlands?

Tulip

200

What is his name who co-founded the band called Van Halen?

Eddie van Halen

200

What traditional Dutch dish is made from mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables?

Stamppot

300

Who was the leader of the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule?

William of Orange

300

Amsterdam is located in the province of ______.

North Holland

300

What is the name of the traditional wooden shoes worn in the Netherlands?

Clogs (Klompen)

300

Do you know the name of this member of the Dutch royal family was assassinated in 2002?

Pin Fortuyn

300

What is the name of the Dutch cookie made of two thin wafers with a caramel-like syrup in the middle?

Stroopwafel

400

Who is this Habsburg ruler of Spain? 

Charles II of Spain

400

How many provinces are in the Netherlands?

There are 12 provinces.

400

What is the name of a Dutch holiday that celebrates the name day of Saint Nicholas on December 6th?

Feast of Sinterklaas

400

Who is the famous Dutch footballer who played for Ajax and FC Barcelona and is considered one of the best players of all time?

Johan Cruyff

400

Which type of herring is traditionally eaten raw with onions in the Netherlands?

Hollandse Nieuwe (Dutch new herring)

500

What was the name of the ship built for long voyage during the Dutch Golden Age?

The Dutch East India Company (VOC)

500

Which island group, located in the Caribbean, is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands?

The ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao)

500

What is the name of the 17th - century Dutch art movement known for its true to life depictions?

Dutch Golden Age painting

500

Who was the first Dutch astronaut to go into space?

Wubbo Ockels

500

What is the name of the famous Dutch liqueur made from eggs, sugar, and brandy?

Advocaat

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